Coney Island Mermaid Parade 2023

The Coney Island Mermaid Parade, held annually in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York, is the largest art parade in the United States and one of New York City’s greatest summer events. Inspired by the Coney Island Mardi Gras parades of old, the Mermaid Parade was transformed by its participants into a new kind of community celebration.

This year, Coney Island USA welcomes Chicken of the Sea as the Mermaid Parade’s Headline Sponsor. To mark the special occasion, the brand will be debuting a new look for their iconic mermaid, Catalina, on her very own float on Surf Avenue! Honoring the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop with King, legendary Hip Hop recording artist Kool Keith and Queen, Laurie Cumbo, Commissioner of the Department of Cultural Affairs.

According to tradition, King Neptune and Queen Mermaid will be wheeled through the parade in an antique wicker Boardwalk Rolling Chair that dates back to 1923. Immediately after the parade, at approximately 4 pm, Mr. Rinn will lead the Queen and King procession to the beach at 19th Street and the Boardwalk, for the official Beach Ceremony and opening of the ocean for the summer swimming season.

From 5-10pm, Coney Island USA and The Coney Island Brewery Present: The Mermaid Parade Ball (The Official After Party of The Mermaid Parade). The Ball takes place at the Coney Island Brewery at 1904 Surf Avenue.

The Parade starts on West 21st and Surf Avenue. It rolls east to West 10th Street, where the marchers and push-pull floats proceed to the Boardwalk and continue their march to Steeplechase Plaza, under the Parachute Jump, where the Parade will disband.

Registration 10am-1pm, Parade starts at 1pm.